Director 1, Federal and State Compliance

Houston Independent School District•Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Director 1 – Federal and State Compliance is responsible for ensuring districtwide adherence to federal, state, and local compliance requirements related to student data, reporting, and accountability systems. This role leads the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of compliance processes, including PEIMS/TSDS submissions, Ed-Fi data processes, and associated reporting systems. The Director oversees cross-functional teams and collaborates with campus leadership, Information Technology, Data Governance, and academic departments to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant data submissions. This position establishes systems for data validation, quality assurance, and training, while serving as a key liaison to state agencies and ensuring alignment with district strategic priorities.

Requirements

5–7+ years of experience in K–12 data reporting, compliance, or accountability systems.
Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and cross-functional initiatives.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local education compliance requirements
Expertise in student data systems, data governance, and reporting frameworks
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and student information/data systems
Strong analytical and data validation skills
Ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities
Knowledge of data privacy laws and best practices
Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
Bachelor's Degree required

Nice To Haves

Experience with PEIMS/TSDS, Ed-Fi, or similar state reporting systems preferred.
Master's Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Leads districtwide compliance strategy for federal and state reporting, ensuring adherence to Texas Education Agency (TEA) requirements, TSDS/PEIMS standards, and federal mandates.
Directs and manages cross-functional teams responsible for data collection, validation, reporting, and submission processes, including specialists, coordinators, and compliance staff.
Oversees data governance and quality assurance systems, ensuring accuracy of student data related to attendance, special populations, graduation, discipline, and funding indicators.
Establishes and monitors internal controls and validation processes to ensure error-free submissions, including zero fatal errors and full compliance with reporting standards.
Leads the integration and optimization of data systems, including Ed-Fi and Student Information Systems, in partnership with IT and external vendors.
Serves as primary liaison to state agencies, including Region 4 and TEA, ensuring timely submission of required data, auditable documentation, and compliance communications.
Develops and implements districtwide training and guidance to ensure campuses and departments understand compliance requirements, timelines, and best practices.
Analyzes complex data trends and discrepancies, providing actionable recommendations to improve data quality, compliance outcomes, and operational efficiency.
Collaborates with executive and departmental leadership to align compliance systems with strategic priorities and accountability goals.
Leads continuous improvement efforts by evaluating systems, identifying risks, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance compliance processes.
Ensures adherence to data privacy, security, and records management regulations, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive student information.
Supports cross-departmental reporting and analytics efforts, ensuring alignment between compliance, accountability, and performance reporting.
Other duties as assigned.